Secret Service's deputy head says drone swarms are a "huge problem" the agency has not solved yet

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The Secret Service is developing a multimillion-dollar program for offensive and defensive drone capabilities.
A new AI and radar-guided drone hunter can disable and capture enemy drones with a net.
Drone swarms are identified as a significant and ongoing threat.
The war in Ukraine is serving as a testing ground for drone weaponization, with lessons learned being applied to homeland security.
The agency has seen a 40% increase in threats against protectees this year, potentially due to internet accessibility and mental health issues.
In December, the Secret Service used electronic jamming equipment to take down a drone at the Army-Navy game.
Internal changes are being made following past failures to prevent assassination attempts.
The Secret Service has been understaffed but is now increasing training numbers significantly.
Protective measures for the president include a heavily updated limousine, a medical response truck, and an armored personnel carrier.
The agency has dealt with threats from foreign entities, including Iran.
A decoy plan tactic was used to protect the president from an alleged Iranian missile plot.

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